Gulf Air was founded in 1950. Today, it is owned by the Kingdom of Bahrain, and is the only truly pan Gulf carrier in the region. The airline’s network stretches from Europe to Asia and covers 42 cities in 27 countries. The current fleet of Gulf Air consists of 29 aircraft.

The airline aims to become the carrier of choice. Gulf Air’s onboard service caters high quality products and services to its passengers, including the innovative, unique and award winning Sky Chefs and Sky Nannies.

Some of the notable recognition awards include:

Best Onboard Catering in First Class 2007 (Sky Trax Awards)

Best Onboard Catering in First Class 2006 (Sky Trax Awards)

Best Onboard Catering in Business Class 2006 (Sky Trax Awards)

Best Business Airline 2006 (British Travel Awards)

Best Onboard Service 2006 (Gold) (Mercury Awards)

Best Onboard Catering in First Class 2005 (Sky Trax Awards)

Best Onboard Catering in Business Class 2005(Sky Trax Awards)

Best designed in-flight magazine 2005 (American Creativity Awards)

Middle East Leading First Class Airline 2005 (World Travel Awards)

World’s Leading Airport Lounge 2005 (World Travel Awards)

Middle East region’s best airport restaurant for its restaurant in Bahrain

International Airport lounge 2005 (PAX International Readership Awards)

Official Airline and Sponsor of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2008